– Test Engineering jobs at Western Digital in China, Shenzhen

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

• Lead the architecture design of core vacuum systems for thin-film deposition equipment, including the selection and integration of vacuum chambers, pump groups, leak detection systems, and control modules.
• Ensure the system meets ultra-high vacuum (UHV) requirements and process stability standards.
• Responsible for the development of vacuum equipment control software, implementing intelligent features such as adaptive vacuum regulation and self-diagnosis.
• Build a centralized data platform and develop vacuum process parameter analysis modules to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead the integration of electrical, mechanical, and vacuum subsystems.
• Define PLC/HMI control logic to enable coordinated operation between multiple subsystems, such as vacuum systems, RF power supplies, and substrate heating stations.

• Master’s degree or above in Vacuum Technology, Mechanical, or Automation Control, or a related field.
• Over 5 years of experience the design, development, and troubleshooting of high-vacuum systems, with a deep understanding of system integration and fault diagnosis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multicultural teams.
• Proven ability to work in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating leadership, problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions on time.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

• Lead the architecture design of core vacuum systems for thin-film deposition equipment, including the selection and integration of vacuum chambers, pump groups, leak detection systems, and control modules.
• Ensure the system meets ultra-high vacuum (UHV) requirements and process stability standards.
• Responsible for the development of vacuum equipment control software, implementing intelligent features such as adaptive vacuum regulation and self-diagnosis.
• Build a centralized data platform and develop vacuum process parameter analysis modules to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead the integration of electrical, mechanical, and vacuum subsystems.
• Define PLC/HMI control logic to enable coordinated operation between multiple subsystems, such as vacuum systems, RF power supplies, and substrate heating stations.

• Master’s degree or above in Vacuum Technology, Mechanical, or Automation Control, or a related field.
• Over 5 years of experience the design, development, and troubleshooting of high-vacuum systems, with a deep understanding of system integration and fault diagnosis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multicultural teams.
• Proven ability to work in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating leadership, problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions on time.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.”

• Who You’ll Work With

  Join our Test Process Optimization and Control (POC) team, where we leverage cutting-edge methodologies and technologies to solve high-value problems in advanced magnetic recording media manufacturing. This is your opportunity to kickstart a career that shapes the future of Smart Manufacturing.

  Key Responsibilities

• Work with team to define the process gating for efficiency enhancement and work for the solutions.
• Collaborate with internal process teams to analyze requirements and define algorithm specifications.
• Develop and test machine learning algorithms and software solutions for media test.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Test equipment & software technical issues.
• Support team members in Test team and for cross-function projects, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Education:

• Master's or Bachelor's in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Electrical Engineering.

Preferred:

• Basic understanding of image processing techniques.
• Familiarity with machine learning concepts and frameworks (e.g., OpenCV, CNN).
• Proficiency in Python and experience with database applications.
• Knowledge of data science techniques, including data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization. Proficient in data statistical and visualization tools like JMP and Spotfire.
• Experience with Linux environments and shell scripting.
• Proficiency in C, C++, and Java, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable code following software design best practices.
• Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal).
• Publication of academic papers or participation in major international data science or computer vision industry conferences is a strong advantage.
• Contributions to open-source projects, research papers, or university-based ML work.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.”

• Responsible for HDD media new program development, failure analysis and continue improvement;
• Responsible for HDD media new program Qualification schedule plan and mass production ramp up;
• Providing correct action for issue we suffer during the new program development stage;
• Product Evaluation DOE for reliability improvement and media level Yield improvement;
• Define/improve process windows/margin and process knobs to deal with new product introduced to mass production;
• Deliver a workable media design according to roadmap on time;
• Work with multinational team to complete assigned media new program in PDT (product development team) required time.

REQUIRED:

• Master degree or higher in physics, electronic, microelectronics, electrical engineering, or related discipline;
• Excellent engineering and analytical skills;
• The ability to clearly communicate and document findings;
• Programming experience, preferably C, C++, python and SQL language;
• A basic background in manufacturing, engineering, semiconductor, including data sheet knowledge of specifications and timings, etc.
• Willingness to travel abroad for short periods.

PREFERRED:

• Internship experience in a large multinational engineering and manufacturing enterprise;
• Experience in magnetic materials or thin film sputter coating, especially multilayer films.

SKILLS:

• Sound knowledge on media structure and device physics, manufacture and verification of sputter processes;
• Experience in sputter thin film;
• Excellent analytical(JMP, Minitab, Excel) and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent English written, verbal and presentation skills;
• Be responsible for developing complete media new program whole qualification and ramping up.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.”

• Responsible for HDD media new program development, failure analysis and continue improvement;
• Responsible for HDD media new program Qualification schedule plan and mass production ramp up;
• Providing correct action for issue we suffer during the new program development stage;
• Product Evaluation DOE for reliability improvement and media level Yield improvement;
• Define/improve process windows/margin and process knobs to deal with new product introduced to mass production;
• Deliver a workable media design according to roadmap on time;
• Work with multinational team to complete assigned media new program in PDT (product development team) required time.

REQUIRED:

• Master degree or higher in physics, electronic, microelectronics, electrical engineering, or related discipline;
• Excellent engineering and analytical skills;
• The ability to clearly communicate and document findings;
• Programming experience, preferably C, C++, python and SQL language;
• A basic background in manufacturing, engineering, semiconductor, including data sheet knowledge of specifications and timings, etc.
• Willingness to travel abroad for short periods.

PREFERRED:

• Internship experience in a large multinational engineering and manufacturing enterprise;
• Experience in magnetic materials or thin film sputter coating, especially multilayer films.

SKILLS:

• Sound knowledge on media structure and device physics, manufacture and verification of sputter processes;
• Experience in sputter thin film;
• Excellent analytical(JMP, Minitab, Excel) and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent English written, verbal and presentation skills;
• Be responsible for developing complete media new program whole qualification and ramping up.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.”

• Product (precision testing unit) and/or automation testing equipment mechanical development
• Work out development plan, detail design, standard parts selection, and tolerance analysis; create 3D/2D drawing, BOM, assembly manual and buy off document etc…
• Conduct regular design review within the team to ensure an optimized design that can cover function, cost, schedule, DFM, etc.
• Communicate with vendor to deliver parts precisely and timely.
• Prototype assembly / buyoff / debug / evaluation / design improvement / qualification
• Product FA and root cause finding by in-depth study
• Collaboration with global (US/Japan/Philippines/Thailand/Malaysia) and local teams on product / equipment development
• Working with mechanical simulation, testing, electrical, servo, software, firmware team for new product and equipment development
• Support new product / equipment ramp up in overseas

• Master degree or above in mechanical engineering or related fields
• Knowledge/experience on mechanical design, TSA, heat treatment, material, mold and machining, FMEA, mechanical vibration, Solidworks software skillfully
• Experiences of system development, new product development, automation development, vision system development or application, data analysis is preferred
• Experiences in workshop is preferred
• Preferred to good at photography, has basic artistic ability
• High flexibility under various conditions; Uses professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways;
• Good team player, highly motivated and possessing a sense of urgency, capable of working independently
• Good written and verbal communication skills

But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data.

• Investigate recording physics of new head-media performance by design different experiment and data analysis
• Collaborate closely with other engineering departments such as head-media design and SW/FW to drive resolution for challenging issues.
• Responsible for successful production launching and communicate technical product status to management.

Education:

• Master or Phd degree in Physics, Optical, Electrical engineering or material science

Preferred:

• Strong problem-solving/debugging skills.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated, self-directed and able to work effectively both independently and in a team.